THE WEIRD TALES - Horror & Macabre Collection
Folklore, mysticism, and existential dread in supernatural tales of Welsh shadows and the uncannyBy Arthur Machen
Length29h 14m
About this audiobook
In "The Weird Tales - Horror & Macabre Collection," Arthur Machen weaves together a tapestry of horror and the uncanny, delving into the depths of human psyche and the oblique perception of reality. His prose is characterized by rich, evocative language and a lyrical quality that heightens the sense of dread and wonder. This collection, part of the turn-of-the-century literary movement embracing supernatural themes, offers readers a profound exploration of existential fears, blending folklore, mysticism, and psychological horror, and remains an enduring influence in the genre. Arthur Machen, a Welsh author born in 1863, was deeply inspired by the mystical and the metaphysical, influenced by his own spiritual explorations and the rich folklore of his homeland. A contemporary of H.P. Lovecraft, Machen's work often challenges the boundaries of reality, prompting readers to confront the unknown. The intersection of his personal beliefs, experiences, and the philosophical currents of his time shaped his writing, imbuing it with a unique depth and complexity. For readers seeking to immerse themselves in the eerie and unsettling realms of horror, Machen's "The Weird Tales" is a quintessential choice. Engaging and thought-provoking, this collection invites you to investigate the thin veneer of civilization and the primal terrors that lie beneath, making it a must-read for both newcomers and aficionados of ghostly literature.
Audiobook details
GenreHorror
Length29 hrs 14 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJun 12, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE WEIRD TALES - Horror & Macabre Collection
2Prologue
3Adventure of the Gold Tiberius.
4The Encounter of the Pavement.
5Novel of the Dark Valley.
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6Adventure of the Missing Brother.
7Novel of the Black Seal.
8Incident of the Private Bar.
9The Decorative Imagination.
10Novel of the Iron Maid.
11The Recluse of Bayswater.
12Novel of the White Powder.
13Strange Occurrence in Clerkenwell.
14History of the Young Man with Spectacles
15Adventure of the Deserted Residence.
16Chapter I. The Coming of the Terror
17Chapter II. Death in the Village
18Chapter III. The Doctors Theory
19Chapter IV. The Spread of the Terror
20Chapter V. The Incident of the Unknown Tree
21Chapter VI. Mr. Remnant's Z Ray
22Chapter VII. The Case of the Hidden Germans
23Chapter VIII. What Mr. Merritt Found
24Chapter IX. The Light on the Water
25Chapter X. The Child and the Moth
26Chapter XI. At Treff Loyne Farm
27Chapter XII. The Letter of Wrath
28Chapter XIII. The Last Words of Mr. Secretan
29Chapter XIV. The End of the Terror
30The Secret Glory
31Preface
32I
33II
34III
35IV
36Epilogue
37A Fragment of Life
38I
39II
40III
41IV
42The White People
43Prologue
44The Green Book
45Epilogue
46I. The Experiment
47II. Mr. Clarke's Memoirs
48III. The City of Resurrections
49IV. The Discovery in Paul Street
50V. The Letter of Advice
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